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Euryceros prevostii
Photo by Ben Rackstraw

Identification

Location: Behind Arrolodge, Masoala Peninsula, NE Madagascar

The Helmet Vanga Euryceros prevostii is a distinctive-looking member of the vanga family, Vangidae, with a huge arched blue bill. It is the only member of its genus.

Distribution

It is restricted to lowland and lower montane rainforests in north-east Madagascar.

Sites where it can be found include Marojejy Strict Nature Reserve, the Masoala National Park and Mantadia National Park.

Taxonomy

Habitat

Behaviour

Adults mainly eat large insects, but food items brought to young in the nest may be more varied , including snails, lizards, spiders and crabs.


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